1989 Daihatsu Applause vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Daihatsu Applause. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Daihatsu Applause would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 174 more horse power than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Daihatsu Applause. (135 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Daihatsu Applause.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Daihatsu Applause | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Applause | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1589 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
